37ft Sailing Yacht · Mylor Yacht Harbour · Falmouth, Cornwall
Merlin – Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37
Merlin is a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 sailing yacht available for yacht charter and RYA sailing courses from Mylor Yacht Harbour near Falmouth, Cornwall. Coded for a maximum of 8 people, she has three double cabins plus a double and single berth in the saloon, making her a comfortable choice for sailing holidays, skippered charter, bareboat charter and sailing training.
Merlin at a glance
About Merlin
Merlin is a straightforward and comfortable Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37, suited to both cruising and sailing training. Her logical deck layout and comfortable accommodation make her a practical yacht for longer days on the water and sailing holidays from Mylor Yacht Harbour.
Comfortable and well balanced
Merlin is well balanced and lively without being demanding, making her enjoyable to sail while remaining predictable and straightforward under power.
Easy to handle
Sail controls are led back to the coach roof, while her large keel and single spade rudder give her a predictable feel under sail. She is also fitted with a bow thruster for easier manoeuvring.
Merlin accommodation – up to 8 people
Merlin is coded for a maximum of 8 people and provides sleeping accommodation across three double cabins together with additional sleeping space in the saloon.
Cabins and berths
- Two aft double cabins
- One forward double cabin
- Double berth in the saloon
- Single berth in the saloon
- 8 berths in total
Living space
The saloon provides comfortable seating and dining space, alongside the galley, heads, navigation station and storage areas.
Merlin specifications & equipment
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Yacht | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37 |
| Length | 37ft 4in / 11.41m |
| Maximum people | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 double cabins |
| Berths | 8 – three double cabins plus a double and single berth in the saloon |
| Engine | Yanmar |
| Steering | Wheel steering |
| Fuel | 114 litres |
| Water | 265 litres |
| Navigation | Chart plotter, wind speed and depth instruments, AIS B |
| Communications | DSC VHF |
| Other equipment | Electric windlass, heating, hot water, transom shower, swim platform, tender and optional 2.3hp outboard |
Mooring at Mylor Yacht Harbour
Merlin is kept on a mooring at Mylor Yacht Harbour. For your charter briefing and handover, she will be brought alongside a pontoon in the marina.
Use the mooring
You can take Merlin from her allocated mooring for your charter and return her to the same mooring at the end of your booking.
Book a marina berth
If you would prefer to keep Merlin alongside in the marina during your charter, a berth can be booked by prior arrangement. The marina berth is subject to availability and the additional charge is payable directly to Mylor Yacht Harbour.
RYA sailing courses on Merlin
Merlin is used for RYA sailing training from Mylor Yacht Harbour, giving students the opportunity to learn and practise onboard a 37ft cruising yacht in the waters around Falmouth and the Fal Estuary.
RYA Competent Crew
Learn the practical skills needed to become a useful and confident member of a sailing crew.
Competent Crew CourseRYA Day Skipper
Develop the practical sailing and skippering skills needed to take charge of a yacht by day in suitable conditions.
Day Skipper CourseBareboat charter on Merlin
Merlin is available for bareboat charter from Mylor Yacht Harbour. Bareboat charter allows you to take the yacht away independently, subject to meeting the relevant qualification, experience and sailing-area requirements.
Merlin bareboat charter prices
| Charter | Price |
|---|---|
| 3 days | £1,500 |
| 4 days | £1,800 |
| 7 days | £2,400 |
| 14 days | £4,600 |
Flexible starting dates are available, including weekend and midweek options. Merlin is handed back by 4pm on the final day of the charter.
Where can you sail Merlin?
The permitted sailing area for bareboat charter depends on your qualification and experience. Merlin's charter areas are:
Yachtmaster
Inland and coastal waters of Great Britain.
Coastal Skipper
Western limit – Isles of Scilly. Eastern limit – to be discussed.
Day Skipper
Nare Point – Plymouth.
Skippered charter on Merlin
Prefer to relax and enjoy the sailing without taking responsibility for the yacht yourself? Merlin is also available for skippered charter from Mylor Yacht Harbour.
Sail with a skipper
An experienced skipper can take care of the sailing while you enjoy your time on the water, with the itinerary discussed around your plans and the conditions.
Explore Cornwall by yacht
Spend time sailing from Mylor Yacht Harbour and exploring the Cornish coast and nearby waters with a skipper on board.
Interested in chartering Merlin?
If you would like to discuss bareboat charter, skippered sailing or using Merlin for RYA training, get in touch with Take A Turn Yachting.
Email Take A Turn Yachting- Take the boat away immediately.
- Return it to the allocated mooring.
- Keep it alongside the marina (for an additional charge payable directly to the marina; this must be pre-booked).
Cost per person: £850 or £800 pp if two book together
Private course: £2800 (up to 4 people) or £3200 (up to 5 people)
Private weekend courses: Courses can be run over 3 weekends or start on different days, please call to discuss your requirements.
Get in touch
Whether you’re interested in bareboat charter, skippered sailing or RYA training, we’re happy to talk through the options and answer any questions you may have.